The minimum salary levels for many employees to continue to be treated as exempt from overtime laws were set to increase as of January 1, 2025. However, on November 15, 2024, a federal judge struck down both the upcoming increase and the increase that went into effect on July 1, 2024. This decision applies nationwide.… The post Keeping up with Changes to Minimum Salary Levels for Exempt Employees appeared first on Cross Jenks Mercer Maffei LLP ..read more

A federal court has ruled that the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) final rule banning non-compete agreements (the “Non-Compete Ban”) is unlawful because the FTC did not have the authority to make the rule. The Non-Compete Ban was scheduled to take effect on September 4, 2024. Consequently, the Non-Compete Ban will not be implemented as planned,… The post FTC Non-Compete Ban Blocked appeared first on Cross Jenks Mercer Maffei LLP ..read more

Who must report? The CTA obligates “reporting companies” to file BOI Reports, which are defined as a corporation, limited liability company or other similar entity that is created by the filing of a document with a secretary of state or any similar office under the law of a State or Indian tribe. BOI Reports must… The post EVERYONE should check to see if their business or entity is subject to the Corporate Transparency Act requirements discussed here! appeared first on Cross Jenks Mercer Maffei LLP ..read more

It happened! The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a new rule on April 23, 2024, which bans post-employment non-compete clauses between employers and their workers. The Final Rule becomes effective September 4, 2024. The rule applies to anyone who works for a for-profit employer, whether paid or unpaid, and to independent contractors, externs, interns, volunteers, apprentices and certain sole proprietors. Specifically, the new rule prohibits employers from entering into new non-competes with any employee, including senior executives, or representing to any employee that the employee is sub ..read more

While these can both be part of your Estate Plan, they are not the same thing. P.O.A. stands for Power of Attorney and is a designation of rights which allows someone other than you the right to access your financial account or health information while you are alive. Usually these are used when you are incapacitated and cannot pay your own bills or make your own health care decisions. The important thing to remember with a Power of Attorney is that the power to write checks ceases immediately upon your death. This is where the P.O.D. takes over.       &n ..read more

The National Labor Relations Board (“NLRB”) recently issued a new rule that significantly expands who qualifies as a joint employer under the National Labor Relations Act. Under the new rule, an entity may be considered a joint employer of another entity’s employees if the employers “share or codetermine” the employees’ essential terms and conditions of employment. The new rule defines “share or codetermine” to mean for an employe “to possess the authority to control (whether directly, indirectly, or both) or to exercise the power to control (whether directly, indirectly or both) one or more o ..read more

The National Labor Relations Board (“NLRB”) recently issued a new rule that significantly expands who qualifies as a joint employer under the National Labor Relations Act. Under the new rule, an entity may be considered a joint employer of another entity’s employees if the employers “share or codetermine” the employees’ essential terms and conditions of employment. The new rule defines “share or codetermine” to mean for an employe “to possess the authority to control (whether directly, indirectly, or both) or to exercise the power to control (whether directly, indirectly or both) one or more o ..read more

What is the Statute of Limitations on a Car Accident in Wisconsin? Every state establishes their own statutes of limitations, which are the legal deadlines for filing civil and criminal claims in the courts. These legal time frames vary depending upon the type of claim being filed, and the jurisdiction. Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury Claims If someone was injured in a car accident—including the driver, passengers, pedestrians, bicyclists, or motorcyclists—they may file a personal injury claim to recover damages. In Wisconsin, the statute of limitations for filing a person ..read more

Slipping or tripping can happen to anyone. However, many slip and fall accidents are caused by negligence on the part of property owners and occupiers. You may be entitled to pursue compensation if you were involved in a slip and fall on another party’s property. Where Do Slip and Fall Accidents Happen? A slip and fall accident can occur just about anywhere at any time, including: Shopping malls Grocery stores Hotels and resorts Amusement and water parks Restaurants Office buildings Apartment complexes Nursing homes Stadiums Additionally, slip and fall injuries often happen outside, includin ..read more

The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and its state-law counterpart, the Wisconsin Family and Medical Leave Act (WFMLA) are laws that grant employees the right to take unpaid leave for qualifying reasons while ensuring job protection. However, understanding FMLA and WFMLA and effectively managing employee leave issues can be complex for employers. This blog aims to provide valuable insights, practical advice, and legal solutions to help businesses navigate the intricacies of FMLA and WFMLA compliance and address employee leave matters with confidence. Overview of FMLA The Family and Medical ..read more